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” And a voice from heaven said, ‘ You are my dearly loved Son, and you bring me great joy. ‘ ” Mark 1:11 ” Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God.” Ephesians 1:11 Jesus was the dearly loved Son of God. God has given us all aContinue reading “WALK THE STEPS TO HEAVEN!”

” What counts is whether we have been transformed into a new creation.” Galatians 6:15 It is easy to become complacent in this life. We begin to settle into worldly ways and our lives become examples of this world. However, God gives us an opportunity to change our focus. We have a chance to graspContinue reading “A NEW CREATION!”

“I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice – the kind he will find acceptable.” Romans 12:1 When we live our lives as a sacrifice to our God in heaven we are doing so through our trustContinue reading “GIVE YOUR ALL!”

“ So, all who put their faith in Christ share the same blessing Abraham received because of faith.” Galatians 3:9 “ For the scriptures say, ‘It is through faith that a righteous person has life’. ” Galatians 3:11 When we plant a garden, we must make sure that our new plants have enough fertilizer andContinue reading “FAITH HELPS PRODUCE A NEW LIFE!”

“My cup overflows with blessings” Psalm 23:5 Blessings from our God are out there for us to cling to each day. Some of them go unnoticed while others we grab onto and ride the great wave of God. But there are many other times where we see the blessing, and want to accept it, butContinue reading “CHASING THE BLESSING”

“Then Judas threw the silver coins down in the Temple and went out and hanged himself.” Matthew 27:5 When Jesus walked this earth his life to most was just a fleeting moment in time. To many of his enemies he was just another one of those rebel rousers. He was just another who was causingContinue reading “THIRTY PIECES OF SILVER”

Every morning that we wake up we are reminded that another day has been granted to us by our God in heaven. It is a day the Lord has made, and we are to have joy in it. No matter the troubles we may encounter we are to look deep into God’s Holy Word andContinue reading “THE GREAT DRESS REHEARSAL!”

” Jesus gave his life for our sins, just as God our Father planned, in order to rescue us from the evil world in which we live.” Galatians 1:3-4 The message that God wants us to receive is one that is simple and exact. We must recognize that Jesus went to the cross for us,Continue reading “A SIMPLE MESSAGE MADE HARD!”

” We are glad to seem weak if it helps show that we are actually strong.” 2 Corinthians 13:9 Sometimes we must hit rock bottom in order to reach a point where we realize we need help. There are times in life when there is no other source for the strength we need than JesusContinue reading “THROUGH WEAKNESS SHINES STRENGTH!”

“Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.” Proverbs 12:25 Would you rather be around someone who is cheerful and full of positive comments or around someone who is down and out and who is full of anger, depression and negative thoughts? As followers of Christ Jesus, we are to followContinue reading “BUILD OTHERS UP!”

” My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 ” For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10 It is very easy to fall into a sense of false security. When things are going well for us, we sometimes forget how we got there.Continue reading ““FOR MY WEAKNESSES GENERATE GOD’S POWER WITHIN ME!”

“I have worked harder, been put in prison more often, been whipped times without number, and faced death again and again.” 2 Corinthians 11:23 Paul had many trials and tribulations in his journey in Christ. His belief and trust in the Lord helped him to plow through and continue his walk without allowing doubt orContinue reading “WE WILL PLOW THROUGH BECAUSE WE HAVE YOU!”

“For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God’s power.” 1 Corinthians 4:20 When we accept our Lord Jesus as our personal Savior, we have a solid foundation to build upon. There are no cracks or spaces that may cause problems to our building process. It isContinue reading “BUILDING UPON THE FOUNDATION!”

“I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name.” Psalm 91:14 By definition, trust is a firm belief in the reliability, truth, or strength of someone or something. As we live in this world our trust becomes dependent upon our eyes by seeing what we need to believe.Continue reading “TRUST- A KEY TO BELIEF IN JESUS”

“His faithful promises are your armor and protection.” Psalm 91:4 If you were given a treasure map and told that at the end of this map there was a great treasure, you would probably follow it exactly as it instructs. Well, God has given you a treasure map, one that entails his everlasting promises. ItContinue reading “CLAIM THEM!”

” Satan, who is the God of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News.” 2 Corinthians 4:4 It is very unfortunate that there are those who exist in this world who have been blinded by the ways of theContinue reading “THE GOD OF THIS WORLD”

“And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Temptations are plentiful in this world. Struggles are numerous and never without consequences. The devil is always prowling around trying to steal our joy and happiness from us. He offers to us the joy ofContinue reading “TEMPTATIONS!”

“For many are called but few are chosen.” Matthew 22:14 “Now go out to the street corners and invite everyone you see.” Matthew 22:9 “As God’s partners, we beg you not to accept this marvelous gift of God’s kindness and then ignore it.” 2 Corinthians 6:1 “We serve God whether people honor us or despiseContinue reading “MANY ARE CALLED BUT FEW ARE CHOSEN!”

” So, whether we are here in this body or away from this body, our goal is to please him.” 2 Corinthians 5:9 “Either way, Christ’s love controls us.” 2 Corinthians 5:14 Our lives, before being introduced to Christ, are demonstrated through living for our own self interests. Our goals are to make things betterContinue reading “A TIME OF PREPARATION!”

“ Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.” 2 Corinthians 4:16 Sometimes as I reflect upon my life, I remember myself as a little boy. I remember the hard times I would give my mother and the wild things I would do. As I reflect upon these things, the LordContinue reading “DYING WHILE LIVING”

“Lord, if you kept a record of our sins, who, O Lord could survive? But you offer forgiveness, that we might learn to fear you.” Psalm 130:3-4 God does keep a record of sins. For those who never come to Christ, they will have to answer for every sin they have ever committed. However, forContinue reading “THE OFFER OF FORGIVENESS”

” So, Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and waves, he was terrified and began to sink.” Matthew 14:29-30 Peter was doing something no other man had done except Jesus. He walks on the water and moves toward Jesus;Continue reading “DONT ALLOW FEAR TO SINK YOU!”

“He has commissioned us and has identified us as his own by placing the Holy Spirit in our hearts as the first installment that guarantees everything, he has promised us.” 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 Our Lord has given us the greatest rank, authority and power we are able to receive. He has not placed ordinary barsContinue reading “THE GREATEST COMMISSION”

“And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Our God in heaven knows us on an intimate basis. He knows our likes and our dislikes. He knows our strengths and our weaknesses. He understands just how much each of us can handle. HeContinue reading “AND GOD IS FAITHFUL!”

” Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless. ” 1 Corinthians 15:58 ” The life of the godly is full of light and joy, but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out. ” Proverbs 13:9 ” Be on guard. Stand firmContinue reading “ALWAYS WORK ENTHUSIASTICALLY FOR THE LORD”

“The first man, Adam, became a living person. But the last Adam- Christ- is a life giving Spirit.” 1 Corinthians 12:45 As God created the earth and all of the heavens that surround it, Adam, the first man became a living and breathing being. He was the apple of God’s eye until he committed theContinue reading “FROM THE FIRST TO THE LAST”

“Just as everyone dies because of Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life.”  1 Corinthians 15:22 When Adam and Eve were put upon this earth it was to be a perfect relationship with God.  They were to be in a great and loving relationship with Him.  However, the devil slithered inContinue reading “THE CORRECTION!”

” Freely you have received, freely give.” Matthew 10:8 When Jesus went to the cross, he died for your sins, my sins and for the sins of all of those in this world who accepts his offering. He has done all of the work for us. With that being said, we have received his workmanshipContinue reading “FREELY YOU HAVE RECEIVED, FREELY GIVE!”

“And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul? Matthew 16:26 Reaching heaven is the goal of a Christian. It is this experience that our God wants each of us to desire and to accomplish. If we choose to love thisContinue reading “THE VALUE OF YOUR SOUL!”